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How to Install eReader on a Palm Z22

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eReader enables you to read eReader.com eBooks on your Palm Z22. eReader is the only program capable of reading eReader.com’s eBook format, as eReader.com encrypts its books to protect the authors’ work. Installing eReader on your Palm Z22 is a fast and simple process. Follow these steps to learn how to install eReader on a Palm Z22.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Internet access
  • Computer
  • Palm Z22
  1. Step 1

    Install the Palm Desktop tool bundled with your Palm Z22 on your computer. Depending on your operating system also install WinZip (Windows 95/98/NT/2000) or StuffIt Expander (Macintosh).

  2. Step 2

    Download eReader from eReader.com. eReader installation files are provided in a Zip archive. Unzip these files onto your computer in an easily accessible folder.

  3. Step 3

    Run the "Palm Desktop" tool on your computer. On the left side of the application window, you will see “Install”. Click on “Install”.

  4. Step 4

    A dialog box will pop up. Click “Add”.

  5. Step 5

    Open the folder where you stored your unzipped files. Select and double-click on eReader.prc. Click “Done”. Then click “OK”.

  6. Step 6

    Repeat steps three to four. Return to the folder where you stored your unzipped files. Select the first file ending with ".pdb" and double-click on it. All files ending with the .pdb extension are book files. Click “Done”. Then click “OK”.

  7. Step 7

    Repeat step six for each .pdb file you see. Ensure you have installed and added all the books listed.

  8. Step 8

    Connect your Palm Z22 to your computer with its bundled USB Sync cable. Remember to connect your Palm Z22 to its AC adapter to power it up.

  9. Step 9

    HotSync with your Palm Z22. Click on the "eReader" logo found on the main page of your Palm Z22 to launch the program.

Tips & Warnings
  • Apart from its own format, eReader is also capable of reading other hand-held document formats such as files ending in .doc, .pdb or .prc.
  • eReader supports books in older formats including PeanutReader, Palm Reader and Secure Palm format books.
  • eReader is the only program capable of reading books downloaded from eReader.com. Other eBook readers will not be able to read the same books.

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